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GV55 KLD

2005 Mercedes-benz Slk

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

46,287 mi
Last recorded46,287 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk56,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 46,287 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 43,892 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 41,087 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 37,231 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 32,347 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 25,035 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2020 25,035 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 25,035 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 25,001 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 24,968 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 24,962 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 24,814 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 24,813 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 24,097 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 23,057 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 19,728 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 19,724 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 18,017 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 14,167 miles

offside wing miror side repeater is slightly damaged but still working

Fail 5 Dec 2008 14,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside wing miror side repeater is slightly damaged but still working

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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GV55 KLD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 56,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV55 KLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV55 KLD registered?

GV55 KLD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is GV55 KLD safe to buy?

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